NWS San Angelo

An approaching strong upper level disturbance will move into the area with a cold front today. As a result, numerous thunderstorms will occur across the area from early this morning through late afternoon. The stronger storms will be capable of producing hail, strong, gusty winds, frequent lightning and heavy rainfall in short periods of time.

Much needed rain is likely across West Central Texas tonight into Saturday evening. Moderate to heavy rainfall could be possible under stronger thunderstorms that develop late tonight and Saturday morning.

Above normal temperatures will continue into next week, with afternoon highs reaching into the 70s for the weekend and into the upper 70s and 80s for next week. Overnight lows are expected to remain well above freezing as well.